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Burnley defender Kevin Long signs new three-year contract at Turf Moor

Burnley defender Kevin Long has signed a new three-year contract with the Premier League club.

The Republic of Ireland international, 27, the Clarets' longest-serving player, had one year left on his previous deal.

'I am delighted,' Long said. 'It's been going on for quite a while now so it's nice to get it signed and look forward to the next three years.

Kevin Long said he was delighted after agreeing to the contract extension with Burnley
Kevin Long said he was delighted after agreeing to the contract extension with Burnley

'It caps what's been a fabulous few months for me. Coming into the team at the end of last season was great and then to make my international debut for Ireland over the summer was a dream.